Teaching - Masters MTeach

Overview

The online Master of Teaching (MTeach) offers a blend of learning opportunities for the developing teacher or leader in education who aims to advance their practices while working. MTeach students will have access to a single studies advisor throughout the programme, offering one point of contact and continuous learning support.



Entitlement

A MTeach is awarded to students who have completed 180 CAT points at M-level. Students who have accumulated 60 points on the MTeach may graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate and those who have accumulated 120 points may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma.

To be awarded an Master of Teaching, you will need to complete 180 CATs, which will normally comprise of four 30 CAT point taught modules plus a 60 CAT point final research study. Students who have accumulated 60 points on the MTeach may graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate and those who have accumulated 120 points may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma. All modules in the table below are 30 CATS unless otherwise noted.



STR7001 – TEACHER AS ACTION RESEARCHER JANUARY 2024 (Wednesdays 6-8pm)

STR7004 – COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE AND LEARNING PARTNERSHIPS JANUARY 2024 (Thursdays 7-9pm)

STR7002 – ADVANCED TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT JANUARY 2024 (Thursdays 5-7pm)

STR7009 – LEARNING LEADERSHIP SEPTEMBER 2024

STR7003 – ADDRESSING UNDERACHIEVEMENT AND DIVERSITY IN EDUCATION: POLICY AND PRACTICE JUNE 2024, JUNE 2025

EDC7024 – RESEARCH METHODS JUNE 2024, SEPTEMBER 2024, JANUARY 2025

STR7010 – RESEARCH STUDY (60 CATS) SEPTEMBER 2024



All modules are 30 CATs unless otherwise started.



All Modules are taught online.

Applicants will normally hold a relevant 2:2 Honours degree or above in a related discipline, and preferably a professional teaching qualification. Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered on an individual basis, where there is evidence of relevant experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability for entry.



Prior Accreditation

The degree recognises and supports existing professional development activities, whether these are part of induction, early professional development, threshold assessments or programmes of staff development and performance management. All students who have successfully completed a PGCE at Master’s level (within 10 years) will be eligible to apply for 30 M-level credit points towards a Master’s qualification. Candidates may also seek accreditation for completed school-based professional development activities. Application for credit transfer and exemption from module requirements must be made upon enrolment.

How To Apply

The MTeach has 3 intakes per year: September, January and June. The next intake for this programme is for January 2025. Applications will close on Wednesday 8th January 2025.



Application for admission to all Masters Programmes should be made by downloading the application form and reference form and returning the completed forms to masters@stran.ac.uk

Flexible: Normally 3 years.



How Will I Study?

Teaching and learning is delivered fully online via virtual learning activities and classes. Students must ensure they have suitable technology to take part fully in the sessions – a home computer, headphones and microphone, web cam and Wi-Fi speed of at least 512 kbps.

The course fee for 2018-2019 will be £917 per taught module and £1834 for dissertation (UK/ Republic of Ireland and EU students only). International fees apply for international students.